Hiking around Balbins is one of the best ways to experience more of the landscape, although finding the right route is not always easy. To help, here are the top hikes and walks around Balbins — so you can just get out and go.

Last updated: October 3, 2025

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1. Château Louis XI – Chapelle N.D. De Sciez loop from La Côte-Saint-André

6.52km

01:58

220m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Château Louis XI – Étang du Marais loop from Ornacieux-Balbins

29.3km

07:55

400m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Étang du Marais loop from Ornacieux

9.09km

02:24

80m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Château Louis XI – Grange Papet loop from La Côte-Saint-André

13.8km

03:58

320m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Étang du Marais – Château Louis XI loop from La Côte-Saint-André

19.2km

05:11

250m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Balbins

1. Château Louis XI – Chapelle N.D. De Sciez loop from La Côte-Saint-André

2. Château Louis XI – Étang du Marais loop from Ornacieux-Balbins

3. Étang du Marais loop from Ornacieux

4. Château Louis XI – Grange Papet loop from La Côte-Saint-André

5. Étang du Marais – Château Louis XI loop from La Côte-Saint-André

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